In case of identity of names and surnames, the younger person shall be obliged to use such additional name or surname as will avoid confusion.
Civil Code · Book I: Persons · Title XIII: Use of Surnames
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
In case of identity of names and surnames, the younger person shall be obliged to use such additional name or surname as will avoid confusion.
Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Republic Act No. 386 (Lawphil and the Supreme Court E-Library). Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.